I'm trying to find the best CapEx formula. I know that it can be calculated different ways. I know that the best thing to do is to make actual predictions about expected and predicted expenses rather than use back-of-...

Hi Everyone.  I've been actively investing in single family residential properties for about five years.  I've bought long term rentals and short term rentals.  I've bought a freshly renovated property and I've bought...

Those of you who invest in California or Pacific Coast that own property,  what are your thoughts on Earthquake insurance?   Do you have them for your properties?   Is it worth it?      If not, what will you do in an ...

I’m a big fan of cash reserves. The covid outbreak has only emphasized this. The problem with cash is that if you have any form of debt it literally costs you money to hold cash. To get around this I have a big line o...

I apologize for the lengthy description here but need to explain my situation to get the best advice from you all.  Firstly, I am not the typical invester. Im a Veteran myself and was a army spouse for 30 yrs. 5 yrs a...

I currently live in a college town that was hit pretty hard by speculation and foreclosures. The property I am looking at sold for $125-140k back in '07. The complex is around six years old and in good condition. ...

Not really a DIY task, but not sure where to post so I stuck it here. moderators please move it to appropriate forum if there is one more appropriate.We have a property that is on a heavily wooded 2 acre lot with a se...

Our family is currently in another country and is moving to Los Angeles Ca in June~July. We will be selling our apartment here and after taxes will have about 2 million in USD. We want to invest in RE for CF but after...

I am considering the possibility of leaving my W-2 job by Dec. I am in the beginning stages of planning what this will look like and if it is possible. Fears that come up for me are 1. Medical insurance 2. Taxes 3. Se...